ABOUT US
High-quality chess training for children seeking serious improvement, discipline and competitive growth — worldwide.
KKR Chess Academy is a professional online chess academy offering structured chess coaching worldwide. We specialize in training children who seek serious improvement, discipline, and long-term competitive growth through a fundamentals-first approach guided by FIDE-rated coaches.
Who we are
KKR Chess Academy is a professional chess training institute built for parents and students who value clarity, discipline and long-term development. We specialize in structured online & offline chess coaching for kids across the world, serving students from India and multiple countries worldwide.
Our programs are designed not for casual play, but for students who want measurable progress, strong fundamentals & competitive readiness.
- Professional training
- Worldwide students
- Structured curriculum
Why Most Chess Training Fails
Many capable children struggle to improve due to:
Unstructured teaching methods
Overcrowded batches
Memorization-based learning
Lack of accountability and progress tracking
At KKR Chess Academy, we eliminate these gaps through small batches, skill-based placement, and step-by-step online chess training system focused on thinking quality — not shortcuts.
Our Training Philosophy
Our philosophy is simple: strong foundations create confident players.
Strong Fundamentals
We believe great players are built on strong foundations. Every student masters core principles – openings, middlegame plans and endgame basics, before advancing.
Curriculum-Driven Training
Our chess training follows a clear, level-based curriculum. Students progress systematically with defined goals, ensuring steady improvement and measurable growth.
Right Batch. Right Level.
Students are placed based on age, experience, and playing strength — not guesswork. This ensures focused learning and healthy competitive development.
Professional Training Culture
We maintain high standards of discipline, punctuality and consistency. This creates a serious yet supportive environment where students learn responsibility alongside chess.
Tournament & Practical Focus
Training emphasizes real-game application, analysis & tournament preparation — not memorization.
Students learn how to think under pressure & make practical decisions
Growth Over Short-Term Results
We prioritize long-term chess improvement over quick rating jumps. Our goal is to develop confident, independent thinkers who grow steadily with the game.
Every student progresses through structured stages — mastering core concepts in openings, middlegames, and endgames before advancing. We prioritize disciplined thinking, independent decision-making, and long-term growth over quick rating jumps.
Chess is not about winning early.
It’s about learning how to think, decide and stay composed.
Founder of KKR Chess Academy
Sanjay Saravanan is the founder of KKR Chess Academy, driven by a clear vision to redefine how chess is taught and learned in the modern world.
His approach to chess education is rooted in one belief: progress comes from clarity, structure, and disciplined thinking — not shortcuts or rote memorization. Chess, in his view, is a powerful medium to shape focus, decision-making, and resilience, especially in young learners.
Sanjay founded KKR Chess Academy with the intent to build a learning system that emphasizes fundamentals-first training, logical progression, and accountability at every stage. Rather than chasing quick results, his focus is on creating an environment where students grow steadily, understand deeply, and develop confidence through consistent effort.
With a long-term perspective, Sanjay is committed to building a globally accessible online academy that blends thoughtful curriculum design with modern learning tools. His goal is to create a platform where students are trained with purpose, patience, and precision — setting a higher standard for online chess education worldwide.
His philosophy emphasizes strong fundamentals, disciplined thinking and independent decision-making, ensuring every student grows not just in chess, but in focus, strategy & life skills.
Worldwide Chess Training
KKR Chess Academy offers structured online chess training to students across the globe. Our international students follow the same disciplined curriculum, progress tracking, and mentorship standards as our in-house batches.
We currently train students from:
🇮🇳 India
🌍 International locations (USA, UK, Canada, Middle East & more)
Time-zone-friendly batches, clear communication, and consistent reporting ensure a seamless learning experience for global families.
- Time-zone friendly
- Online live training
- Global students
Our Mission
To deliver structured, fundamentals-first chess training to students worldwide, developing disciplined thinking, independent decision-making, and long-term growth.
At KKR Chess Academy, our mission is to guide learners through a clear, progressive training system built on deep understanding rather than memorization. Through structured practice, analysis, and accountability, we shape confident, resilient players prepared for competitive chess and real-world thinking.
Our Vision
To become a globally trusted chess academy known for developing thoughtful, well-rounded players through clarity, structure and integrity.
We envision a worldwide learning environment where students are trained with patience and purpose, progressing steadily through fundamentals-first chess education. Our goal is to set an international benchmark in chess training by nurturing strategic thinkers with focus, composure and confidence – on the board and in life.
What Sets KKR Chess Academy Apart
- Fundamentals-first, concept-driven curriculum
- Skill-based batch placement
- Small batches with personal attention
- Structured progress tracking & accountability
- Competitive mindset development
- Professional coaches trained under a unified system